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Principal Policy Officer, Senior Policy Officer and Project Officer
Salary: PSO Level 7 $ 139, 860 - $149,485 p.a.pro rata, PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132, 753 p.a. pro rata, PSO Level 5 $105, 167 - $114,938 p.a. pro rata
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Department of Health > Health Networks Branch
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No: 00015319
Closing Date: 2025-12-31 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments: 
Applicant Information Package.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
JDF - Principal Policy Officer Level 7 00015319-00015336.pdf
JDF - Project Officer Palliative Care Level 5 00014626.pdf
JDF - Senior Project Officer Level 6 00015712.pdf

CRVCID No. 683263

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments at various hours per fortnight with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile and Role:

The Health Networks Directorate (HND) provides stewardship of knowledge and fostering of influence to inform, policy, evidenced best practice and models of service delivery, embedded in the core principles of safety and quality, equitable and inclusive access to care and, optimal outcomes for a diversity of consumers, carers, and health care service providers within a sustainable healthcare ecosystem.

Our Values

  • Trust and transparency
  • Accountability and integrity – following through and ‘walking the talk’
  • Growth mindset, empowerment and inclusivity
  • Flexibility
  • Responsiveness and productivity
  • Active communication and collaboration
  • Equity and psychological safety. 

Health Network Directorate is seeking Principal Policy Officers, Senior Policy Officers and Project Officers to join the team in achieving high performance in various programs of work focused on good health outcomes and access for the people of Western Australia (WA).

The work environment is dynamic with a solution focussed approach and a strong emphasis on teamwork, collective wisdom and collaboration to achieve strategic intent for the WA health system. The Health Networks Team would like to meet with you if you have skills, attributes and experience for your desired position that align with the Public Sector Capability Profiles .

This recruitment process will establish a pool of suitable candidates to be part of the dedicated, multidisciplinary and highly skilled team of the Health Networks Directorate.

The Directorate has several positions available now with the possibility of others becoming available over the 12-month term of the pool:

  • 00019879, 00015319, 00001683, 00015785 - Principal Policy Officer (Level 7), Fixed Term and Part-time
  • 00001764 Senior Policy Officer (Level 6), Fixed Term/Permanent
  • 00001513, 000014626, 00019881 Project Officer (Level 5), Fixed Term and Permanent.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when  vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/08/2026.

Other areas of the Clinical Excellence Division may also offer like for like appointments from the pool until it expires.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.wa.gov.au). Applicants are advised to:

  • Clearly indicate within a cover letter the
  • position level for which they are applying.
  • preference for Full-time or Part-time positions, or interest in both.
    • Provide a detailed curriculum vitae/resume of no more than 2-3 pages
    • Write statements addressing the selection criteria to meet the position requirements (3 pages maximum) as follows:
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 7 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 00015319
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 6 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 000015712
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 5 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 000014626

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Further Information: Please see the attached Job Description Forms (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). We encourage you to contact Karina Moore on 08 9222 2171 to discuss the roles further.

Equality and Eligibility

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

, people with disabilities and LGBTIQA+ people.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
  • Access to salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is online system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAILED APPLCATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Position Title
Principal Policy Officer, Senior Policy Officer and Project Officer

Agency
Health, Department of
Salary
PSO Level 7 $ 139, 860 - $149,485 p.a.pro rata, PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132, 753 p.a. pro rata, PSO Level 5 $105, 167 - $114,938 p.a. pro rata
Location
East Perth
Unit/Division
Department of Health > Health Networks Branch
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00015319
Closing Date
2025-12-31 4:00 PM
Position Title
Principal Policy Officer, Senior Policy Officer and Project Officer

Location
East Perth
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00015319
Salary
PSO Level 7 $ 139, 860 - $149,485 p.a.pro rata, PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132, 753 p.a. pro rata, PSO Level 5 $105, 167 - $114,938 p.a. pro rata
Closing Date
2025-12-31 4:00 PM
Description

CRVCID No. 683263

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments at various hours per fortnight with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile and Role:

The Health Networks Directorate (HND) provides stewardship of knowledge and fostering of influence to inform, policy, evidenced best practice and models of service delivery, embedded in the core principles of safety and quality, equitable and inclusive access to care and, optimal outcomes for a diversity of consumers, carers, and health care service providers within a sustainable healthcare ecosystem.

Our Values

  • Trust and transparency
  • Accountability and integrity – following through and ‘walking the talk’
  • Growth mindset, empowerment and inclusivity
  • Flexibility
  • Responsiveness and productivity
  • Active communication and collaboration
  • Equity and psychological safety. 

Health Network Directorate is seeking Principal Policy Officers, Senior Policy Officers and Project Officers to join the team in achieving high performance in various programs of work focused on good health outcomes and access for the people of Western Australia (WA).

The work environment is dynamic with a solution focussed approach and a strong emphasis on teamwork, collective wisdom and collaboration to achieve strategic intent for the WA health system. The Health Networks Team would like to meet with you if you have skills, attributes and experience for your desired position that align with the Public Sector Capability Profiles .

This recruitment process will establish a pool of suitable candidates to be part of the dedicated, multidisciplinary and highly skilled team of the Health Networks Directorate.

The Directorate has several positions available now with the possibility of others becoming available over the 12-month term of the pool:

  • 00019879, 00015319, 00001683, 00015785 - Principal Policy Officer (Level 7), Fixed Term and Part-time
  • 00001764 Senior Policy Officer (Level 6), Fixed Term/Permanent
  • 00001513, 000014626, 00019881 Project Officer (Level 5), Fixed Term and Permanent.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when  vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/08/2026.

Other areas of the Clinical Excellence Division may also offer like for like appointments from the pool until it expires.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.wa.gov.au). Applicants are advised to:

  • Clearly indicate within a cover letter the
  • position level for which they are applying.
  • preference for Full-time or Part-time positions, or interest in both.
    • Provide a detailed curriculum vitae/resume of no more than 2-3 pages
    • Write statements addressing the selection criteria to meet the position requirements (3 pages maximum) as follows:
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 7 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 00015319
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 6 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 000015712
  • applicants applying for the PSA Level 5 position will need to address selection criteria for JDF position number 000014626

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Further Information: Please see the attached Job Description Forms (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). We encourage you to contact Karina Moore on 08 9222 2171 to discuss the roles further.

Equality and Eligibility

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

, people with disabilities and LGBTIQA+ people.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
  • Access to salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is online system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAILED APPLCATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf
JDF - Principal Policy Officer Level 7 00015319-00015336.pdf
JDF - Project Officer Palliative Care Level 5 00014626.pdf
JDF - Senior Project Officer Level 6 00015712.pdf


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